International Cartoon and Illustration Exhibition for Mankind 2024
In the face of environmental challenges, we are acutely aware of the intricate interconnectedness and interdependence of humanity. Our choices reverberate globally, underscoring the imperative for a shift towards a more inclusive, cooperative ethos to confront pressing issues like climate change and to build a community with a shared future for mankind. With the goal of advancing ecological civilization, China Daily in partnership with relevant organizations presents the International Cartoon and Illustration Exhibition on a Community with a Shared Future for Mankind 2024. This initiative aims to attract attention to and encourage contemplation on the concept of a community with a shared future for mankind through the innovative mediums of cartoons and illustrations.
The theme of the exhibition is “One Earth”, calling on everyone to work together to address global environmental issues such as biodiversity conservation, marine pollution, and climate change, and to achieve the United Nations’ 2030 Sustainable Development Goals. With art serving as a unifying force, the exhibition invites cartoonists, illustrators, and art enthusiasts worldwide to wield their brushes and portray a vision of verdant landscapes, pristine waters, low-carbon living, and the harmonious coexistence of humanity and nature.
The theme is “One Earth” – showcasing a beautiful life of low-carbon, environmentally friendly, harmonious coexistence of humans and nature. Potential Content include: 1. Respecting nature, protecting nature, and living in harmony with nature; 2. The impact of climate change on human society and people’s lives; 3. Marine pollution and marine environmental protection; 4. Harmonious coexistence between humans and animals; 5. Advocating for an energy-efficient and thrifty lifestyle; 6. Utilizing new energy sources and embracing the path of green sustainable development; 7. Eco-friendly Ordos – depicting Ordos’s achievements in sand prevention and control, green energy and energy conservation, and ecological environmental protection.
Participants: Cartoonists, illustrators, and art enthusiasts from all over the world are welcome to participate
Work Submission: From now until July 15, 2024
Assessment: July to August 2024
Award Ceremony: Between September and November 2024
Gold Prize: 1 winner
¥30,000 CNY (before tax), a trophy, a certificate, and a portfolio book
Silver Prize: 2 winners
¥20,000 CNY (before tax), a trophy, a certificate, and a portfolio book
Bronze Prize: 3 winners
¥10,000 CNY (before tax), a trophy, a certificate, and a portfolio book
Outstanding Prize: 10 winners
An award, a certificate and a portfolio book
Excellence Prize for Works Generated Using AI Technology: 10 winners
An award, a certificate and a portfolio book
Shortlisted Prize: 100 winners
An award, a certificate and a portfolio book
The works must be original. The style of the works is not limited, and cartoons, illustrations, or other forms of art are all acceptable. The works should be submitted in JPG format, with a resolution of 300dpi, no less than 2M (the longest side should not be less than 3000 pixels), and not exceeding 10M. There is no limit on the number of single or group works, but each author can upload no more than 20 pieces. The works must be accompanied by a title and a brief textual description. If the artwork is created using AI technology, please label it as “Generated Using AI Technology”. Contact information, including the email adress and the phone number, must be provided for timely communication in the event of selection.
The submission period is from now to July 15, 2024.
1. Register and upload your submission on the website (artcontest.chinadaily.com.cn).
2. Submission email: artcontest@chinadaily.com.cn
Note: Submissions can be made through either the website or via email. Please do not submit through both channels.
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